HOW TO DEAL WITH RETALIATION AT WORK Most people have a broad understanding of what is allowed and not allowed at a workplace. While many know what the common rules are, they are not aware of laws that protect whistleblowers from retaliation at work. These laws protect employees from the wrath of vindictive employers who might take offense in case something is reported to higher officials.
RETALIATION AT WORK At the workplace, retaliation occurs when an employee reports an unethical or unlawful practice and is subjected to discriminatory behavior as a result. The employer is prohibited from handing over a demotion, discipline, firing, salary reduction, or job or shift reassignment, for any complaint lodged by the employee. However, often this is not the case. In such instances, employees can take refuge in law. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) prohibits retaliation, as does the False Claims Act. Americans are provided a safety net by these laws that punish the perpetrator. Any action taken by the employer that affects an employee negatively can be classified as a retaliatory action.